Utility Plant Manager

DTE Energy•Stockton, CA

7d•$135,000 - $203,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for overseeing, managing, and directing the day-to-day operation and maintenance activities of a large plant facility. This position will be responsible for performing difficult and complex services requiring a high level of independent judgment, initiative, and discretion. Work is mainly self-directed, with work results reviewed through the achievement of set goals and adherence to policies and procedures. The successful candidate will be eligible for a $10,000 signing bonus.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and knowledge and capabilities typically acquired through at least 10 years supervisory or managerial experience in a power plant, or
Associate degree or industry-recognized certificate (i.e., the completion of a core group of course designated by the institution) in a related discipline is preferred and knowledge and capabilities typically acquired through at least 8 years supervisory or managerial experience in a power plant, or 4 years of military experience at an officer level, or
Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline with a minimum of 6 year supervisory or managerial experience in a power plant
Solid fuels power generation work experience is a must
Working knowledge of MS applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook in a Windows environment.
Extensive experience with computer-based PM programs and Internet

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated understanding of power plant O&M, plant engineering, contracts, and general plant business functions
Strong Safety and Environmental management skills
Understanding of accounting, contract administration, human resources, procurement, and other plant administration functions
Familiarity with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies that have jurisdiction over power plant operations
Ability to plan, coordinate and direct varied and complex programs and tasks involved in the operation of the plant
Ability to motivate employees to perform at a high level of efficiency and quality
Ability to analyze and interpret data to make sound, cost-effective judgments on day-to-day and long-term operational issues
Ability to efficiently balance competing priorities and tasks, remain organized and meet deadlines in a high-pressured environment
Possess excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to analyze and communicate to senior management
Ability to perceive and analyze problems, develop alternatives, and make or recommend sound decisions
Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels

Responsibilities

Directly, and through delegation, coordinates all daily activities required to assure optimum plant performance, including safety, environmental compliance, efficiency and reliability in accordance with established contracts, agreements, policies and applicable safety, environmental and other regulatory laws and procedures
Makes and/or approves major operating and maintenance decisions, as required, to ensure that the plant is operated within the terms and conditions of all operations and maintenance (O&M), power purchase, services supply or maintenance contracts and agreements.
Keeps operating errors to a minimum by way of established investigation, communication, and corrective action programs
Completes equipment repairs and overhauls on schedule by utilizing established planning methods and providing adequate manpower and supervision
Maintains plant capacity rates by establishing an equipment performance program and providing adequate engineering and support personnel to conduct the program
Ensures plant compliance with all environmental regulations
Holds direct responsibility for managing cost by effective approval of expenditures, overtime and effective budget monitoring, variance reporting and work scheduling
Coordinates all activities under the applicable O&M services contracts, supply agreements, including communication with owner representatives and regulatory agency representatives
Holds responsibility for ensuring the administration of all safety, occupational health, and fire protection programs
Evaluates staffing levels and skill mix and makes appropriate adjustments within budgetary guidelines
Assures maintenance of the hiring and promotion system in accordance with established laws and company policy
Coordinates and maintains all plant training and communication programs, including new employee orientation
Holds responsibility for ensuring compliance with federal, state, regional and local governing body and regulatory agency rules and regulations as they pertain to power plant operation
Performs all other duties as assigned